Broncos QB Peyton Manning completed 21-of-27 passes for 243 yards with 2TDs and 1INT during Saturday’s preseason game against the Texans; Montee Ball (appendectomy) rushed four times for 13 yards and caught four passes for 21 yards, Emmanuel Sanders pulled in five passes for 128 yards and 2TDs, Julius Thomas pulled in 32 yards on four receptions and Wes Welker suffered a concussion after pulling in four receptions for 42 yards.

SMITTY: Folks, we might just see fantasy WR2-type numbers out of Emmanuel Sanders this year, he is in that kind of position in Denver under Peyton Manning’s command (who should throw 40TDs with ease in 2014 if healthy). Now, don’t get crazy and draft him near fantasy WR2-type value, that’s just bad fantasy drafting, as it leaves no room for disappointment. But, if you can land Sanders as your fantasy WR3, you should be a happy camper in 2014! As we reported earlier, Montee Ball looked fully trusted by that Denver coaching staff, which is key to him having a monster 2014 fantasy football season. We will keep you updated on Wes Welker; hopefully he is back for in time for Week 1. Looking for Week 1 Power Rankings on all these guys?